Trailer Back Up Camera Replacement

[Rob0702]

Looking to replace unsatisfactory OE Insight back up camera on 2023 AlphaWolf 26RL-L with a Furrion.

For monitor size (4.3 vs 5 vs 7 inch), anybody have input on what Furrion monitor you have and what you think of it or wish you'd have gotten smaller/larger monitor. Thanks for any info.

I purchased a Zeroxclub back up camera system on Amazon for half the price of a Furrion, and it works just as well. It comes with a large 7" monitor, and the camera itself was easy to install.

 

[Fineline]

I purchased a Tadi Bros (Order Your Wireless Backup Camera from Tadibrothers Today!) camera for the back of our Flagstaff. It's been a fine camera, and they make all the other accessories for it. However, I rarely use it to back in. I have a 5'5" person in my cab who gives me much better information on the ground than the camera. I suppose if I was always alone, I might use it more.

 

[RhumbleFish]

I would not buy a Furrion again. It is almost impossible to see with sunglasses on and a sunny day.

Are those sunglasses polarized? Cause that's going to be a problem with any LED/LCD screens.

 

[robertw2candy]

We have a 2023 AlphaWolf 26RL-L

I have an Alpha Wolf 280QBS-L and had similar issues with setting up the camera. I found out that if you turn on your running lights on the tow vehicle, the camera is energized through that connection. Many have talked about rewiring for direct hook up but I have never gotten around to it.

 

[jjscsix]

Are those sunglasses polarized? Cause that's going to be a problem with any LED/LCD screens.

No. Heck, its not easy to see clearly without sunglasses on a sunny day.

 

[LittleBill]

I installed the Haloview BT6 touch screen with 3 cameras. When I drive I leave my vehicle lights on which powers up the three cameras, and I have the 6" monitor attached to my rear view mirror using the optional mirror mounting kit. Now I can see behind me and on both sides of the trailer while driving and can safely see what's coming up behind me and what's next to me on both sides of the trailer for lane changes. My vehicle side mirrors can only see about halfway down the side of the trailer so without the side cameras I'm basically driving blind.

For the uninitiated (me), where do the side cameras mount?

This is what my set up looks like.

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As all above have said - go with the Haloview 3 camera setup. You won't regret it.

Be safe -

 

[JoeCO]

I am curious if any of you had to contend with the cargo door(s) when installing the side view camera? I am getting a 2025 Mini Lite 2515 and the front pass-through door seems to cover the side tracker lights up front.

 

[DJ252]

I am curious if any of you had to contend with the cargo door(s) when installing the side view camera? I am getting a 2025 Mini Lite 2515 and the front pass-through door seems to cover the side tracker lights up front.

I had to move mine forward a bit to avoid conflict but just minimally. The new installation covers the old. I just filled the old holes with sealant and moved on.

 

[tomkatb]

Last week installed the Haloview on our 37’ fiver. Works well. Cannot pair the tire sensors. Operator error I think.

The Furion lasted a few months. POS from my perspective.

 

[LittleBill]

Like DJ252 said, I too had to drill a new hole so I could put the camera where the clearance light was as the hole span was different. Just cover the old hole with sealant before attaching the camera. No problem with my cargo door at all.

Good Luck and be safe -

 

[dalford]

Here is an interesting video of a side to side comparison of Haloview and Furion.
I went with Haloview after my Furion died. And it was really hard to see before it died..

 

[tomupnorth]

OK so I've been going in circles about getting a camera, but hate (HATE) stuff that is special purpose, like anything that depends on your running lights to be lit (as apparently my pre-wired Furrion plate is so connected). And I already have a couple of displays including a 15.5" behemoth in my Ford, and where am I gonna put the TPMS display? so I've been thinking: We always have our phones on hand so why not use them not only for backing-up but also for security from within the camper? Or carry an iPad w/bigger display? So I'm gonna try this thing and see if it works. If it doesn't or it fails prematurely for $30 bucks I just throw it out.

https://www.amazon.com/Cinnado-Wireless-2K-Detection-Waterproof-S2/dp/B0D3QK5G9N

 

[Mookie58]

Gotta love some of these Amazon products. How can it have 4.5 stars from 1,000 reviews and also be a frequently returned item? I guess I agree with tomupnorth though ... if it's that bad, just toss it (thanks Amazon Prime). Good luck with it tom.

 

[gwinger]

Gotta love some of these Amazon products. How can it have 4.5 stars from 1,000 reviews and also be a frequently returned item? I guess I agree with tomupnorth though ... if it's that bad, just toss it (thanks Amazon Prime). Good luck with it tom.

Have to wonder how many of the reviews are AI generated.
Plus the decsription says IP65 (water proof), but the specs say water resistant.
Hard to believe a $29 light/camera has all the features listed.

 

[Aussieguy]

Whatever you buy …. Double check you can add more cameras at later date

as many of them you have to decide at time of purchase how many cameras and then they are configured in to the total system …. at time of purchase

My 24 foot trailer
I use side mirrors to check the sides and only use the backup camera as observation

Nothing beats getting out and looking when you are reversing into a spot

 

[Aussieguy]

Plus…. Haloview has extension antenna for longer trailers

 

[TitanMike]

I would not buy a Furrion again. It is almost impossible to see with sunglasses on and a sunny day.

Same issue with my old Furrion monitor.

Now have Haloview BT-7 and love it.

 

[tomupnorth]

Gotta love some of these Amazon products. How can it have 4.5 stars from 1,000 reviews and also be a frequently returned item? I guess I agree with tomupnorth though ... if it's that bad, just toss it (thanks Amazon Prime). Good luck with it tom.

Thanks--I'm not proud of it, being a skeptic myself, but if they do prove to work "as advertised" and do not succumb to the first rainfall, I might put one not just on the rear of the TT but also the other three sides for full (security) coverage.

Have to wonder how many of the reviews are AI generated.
Plus the decsription says IP65 (water proof), but the specs say water resistant.
Hard to believe a $29 light/camera has all the features listed.

Won't know till I know and then I'll know.

I was close to buying this one; another Wi-Fi that can easily be moved-around and which has had great success in the rough-and-tumble ag industry, and will try it next if the Cinnado sucks. It does appear that the bracket it somes with will mate with the screws of the Surveyor's pre-wire, and has it's own simple shroud:

ReadyVision Heavy-Duty Wi-Fi Camera | ReadyVision Cameras

The ReadyVision Wi-Fi heavy-duty camera is great for backing up and blind spot monitoring on heavy equipment and long-term stationery uses like loading and unloading at grain bins and storage facilities where multiple vehicles need to watch a single camera, or anywhere you need the convenience...

www.readyvisioncameras.com

The joy of the Cinnado of course is that I don't have to power it. That the pre-wire only works when running lights are lit is a downer. Maybe I could get an outboard solar panel/battery combo and power this one 24/7 also...?

 

[RhumbleFish]

One of the complaints about remote cameras and cell phones is latency. Doesn’t function very well as a back up camera. I’m not arguing with your choice to look for an alternative that is better and cheaper than where the market is right now. (and Lord knows that there are cheaper alternatives)… but this is a subject that is worth some exploration.

Some modern pickups have modules that allow you to use OEM/manufacturer ordered cameras that are baked into the truck’s systems (read: more expensive stuff). This would probably be the best choice for you, if you don’t wanna clutter up the already full cabin.

One of the manufacturers has a rearview mirror shaped (and rearview mirror mounted) monitor… Which I sort of like the idea of because your rear view is practically worthless when towing. But you’re still baked into the aftermarket world and maintaining a separate system.

also, not hating on your other alternative, just consider how you’re going to power that. The only power available at the existing mounting location is tapped off of the running lights. If you want full-time 12 V power running to that thing that’s powered via the trailer and switched on its own, you’re gonna have to run a line. Not the end of the world, just that the convenience and form factor of the existing camera world seems potentially worth taking the hit over.

Just another couple of opinions for your consideration. I could be – and often and often am – wrong. Hope it all works out for you.

 

[tomupnorth]

One of the complaints about remote cameras and cell phones is latency. Doesn’t function very well as a back up camera. I’m not arguing with your choice to look for an alternative that is better and cheaper than where the market is right now. (and Lord knows that there are cheaper alternatives)… but this is a subject that is worth some exploration.

To be honest I am less concerned for use in backing-up than I am for knowing what the heck is going on back there.

One of the cool things about our 19RBLE is that it's only 7' & change wide. On my maiden trip home I didn't feel like I needed side-view mirror extenders at any time. Mayhaps that will change...

Some modern pickups have modules that allow you to use OEM/manufacturer ordered cameras that are baked into the truck’s systems (read: more expensive stuff). This would probably be the best choice for you, if you don’t wanna clutter up the already full cabin.

AFAICT whatever OEM cams might work with my Ford's very nice 15.5" display would require hard-wiring which is not of interest to me.

One of the manufacturers has a rearview mirror shaped (and rearview mirror mounted) monitor… Which I sort of like the idea of because your rear view is practically worthless when towing. But you’re still baked into the aftermarket world and maintaining a separate system.

Just another opinion for your consideration. I could be – and often and often am – wrong. Hope it all works out for you.

I think I'll try my iPhone 16 in widescreen for the time being. Maybe Apple's future folding phone (with 2x display) is in my future as well.